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PH ready to repatriate Filipinos in Myanmar
The Philippine government is prepared to repatriate its citizens from Myanmar if they wish to return due to the ongoing political turmoil.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque stated that the Armed Forces of the Philippines have air and sea assets on standby for repatriation efforts.
The primary goal is to ensure the safety of the over 1,200 Filipinos residing in Myanmar.
The Philippine embassy in Myanmar is actively assisting the Filipino community and exploring options for temporary shelter.
The Department of Foreign Affairs is maintaining communication with Filipinos in Myanmar amidst the political unrest.
The military in Myanmar has taken control of the government and detained de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi, citing claims of election fraud.
A one-year state of emergency has been declared by the military in Myanmar following the coup.
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is monitoring the situation in Myanmar following a military takeover and is in contact with the Filipino community there.
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The Philippine government, through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), has expressed deep concern over the military coup in Myanmar and the arrest of State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi.
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The Philippines, through Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo, has stated it will not intervene in Myanmar's internal affairs following the military coup and arrest of State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi.
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